1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 14:9?

2. How does 1 Kings 14:9 illustrate the consequences of forsaking God's commandments?

3. What idols today might lead us away from God like in 1 Kings 14:9?

4. How can we guard against "provoking" God as mentioned in 1 Kings 14:9?

5. Compare 1 Kings 14:9 with Exodus 20:3-5 on idolatry. What similarities exist?

6. What steps can we take to ensure our hearts remain faithful to God?

7. How does 1 Kings 14:9 challenge the concept of idolatry in modern society?

8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Kings 14:9?

9. How does 1 Kings 14:9 reflect the consequences of turning away from God?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 14?

11. If faith healing works, why do hospitals not use it?

12. Am I loved by God?

13. Why does Solomon's prayer in 1 Kings 8:33-34 promise national restoration to Israel if they repent, when other biblical passages suggest God's judgment can remain despite repentance?

14. What beliefs does The Sparkle Creed express?1. What are some modern-day "idols" that can take precedence over God in our lives, and how can we guard against them?

2. How does Jeroboam's account illustrate the impact of a leader's actions on their followers? Can you think of examples in today's context?

3. Reflect on a time when you may have "flung God behind your back." What steps did you take, or can you take, to restore your relationship with Him?

4. How do the consequences of Jeroboam's idolatry serve as a warning for us today? What can we learn from his mistakes?

5. In what ways can we ensure that our devotion to God remains exclusive and undivided, especially in a world full of distractions and competing priorities?1. How does the prophecy of Ahijah manifest the theme of God's sovereignty?

2. Discuss the role of idolatry in the downfalls of Jeroboam and Rehoboam. How is this relevant in our lives today?

3. How did Jeroboam respond to his son’s sickness? What does this tell you about his relationship with God?

4. Reflect on the prophecy against Jeroboam. What lesson about personal accountability can we learn from this?

5. Why did God allow Shishak to invade Jerusalem? What does this tell us about the consequences of sin?

6. How do you interpret Rehoboam replacing the golden shields with bronze ones?

7. What role does obedience play in a relationship with God, according to 1 Kings 14?

8. How does the downfall of Jeroboam and Rehoboam serve as a warning for us today?

9. What lessons can leaders today learn from the reigns of Jeroboam and Rehoboam?

10. How does this chapter highlight the implications of turning away from God?

11. What does this chapter teach about the impact of our actions on our descendants?

12. How does God's judgment on Jeroboam reflect His righteousness?

13. Discuss the significance of Ahijah's blindness in this chapter.

14. In what ways have you seen the consequences of sin play out in contemporary society?

15. How might the events in 1 Kings 14 guide Christians in their political engagement?

16. What is the significance of the wife of Jeroboam going in disguise to see Ahijah?

17. How does 1 Kings 14 inspire you to cultivate a faithful relationship with God?

18. How might the consequences of idolatry in 1 Kings 14 be paralleled with modern-day distractions from God?

19. Compare and contrast the leadership styles and outcomes of Jeroboam and Rehoboam.

20. Reflect on the prophecy and its fulfillment in this chapter. How does it deepen your understanding of God's omnipotence?

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